Shades = ~45% of the whole project. They're the most deferrable item โ the
system runs fully without them. Get a 2nd/3rd HD dealer quote (prices vary 20โ40%) before committing.
Phase-1 gear you buy โ $1,800โ2,000. Front-door lock + cameras are installed by a pro. Full item list with all phases is in the Shopping List.
Not "click to buy" โ these come from a pro: the Hunter Douglas shades (HD dealer),
the glass-door lock (locksmith), the cameras + NVR install, and the Home Assistant + LumiOS integration
(a technician). Get these on your installer quotes โ that's what the Quote Compare sheet is for.